EC refutes claims of printing extra ballot papers

Accra, Ghana - Accra, Nov 4, 2024 - The Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana has categorically denied claims of printing extra ballot papers for the 2020 general elections, reassuring the public of a transparent and accountable process.

Speaking at the National Peace Campaign launch on November 3, Samuel Tettey, Deputy Chairman of Operations, emphasized that excess ballots are destroyed in the presence of political party agents, maintaining transparency and fairness.

Tettey highlighted the inclusive and participatory nature of the ballot paper printing process, with all political parties having agents at the printing houses and police monitoring the process.

He also clarified that excess ballots are shredded and certificates signed in the presence of party agents.

“The allegation of the ballot printing, which is currently in the public domain, is not true. We would like to assure the people of Ghana, that the processes are so inclusive, so participatory, open and transparent. As we speak all political parties have their agents at the printing houses.

“We also have the police at the printing houses, monitoring the process as has been the practice. All excess ballots printed are shredded in the presence of party agents and the certificate is signed.

“We wish to state that our processes are so transparent and that the commission cannot print excess ballots. We would call on the public not to panic about this news story, as it’s not the case. The commission remains committed.”